SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION
PRODUCT NAME: Gadolinium oxide
PRODUCT NUMBER: 1836
CAS NUMBER: 12064-62-9
MANUFACTURER:
Prochem, Inc. PHONE: 815-398-1788
826 Roosevelt Road FAX: 815-398-1810
Rockford, IL 61109 TOLL FREE: 800-795-8788
IN CASE OF TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY CONTACT CHEM-TREC: 1-800-424-9300
SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
CLASSIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE
Not a dangerous substance according to the GHS
HMIS CLASSIFICATION:
Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
NFPA RATING:
Health: 1 Fire: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 0
EYE CONTACT: May cause slight to mild irritation of they eyes.
SKIN CONTACT: May cause slight to mild irritation of the skin.
INHALATION: May be irritating to the nose, mucous membranes, and respiratory tract.
INGESTION: No information available on the effects of ingestion.
SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Formula: Gd2O3
Molecular Weight: 362.5
CHEMICAL NAME CAS# %
Gadolinium oxide 12064-62-9 100
SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES
EYE EXPOSURE: Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure flushing under
eyelids. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eyelids open. Get immediate competent medical attention.
SKIN EXPOSURE: Wash affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if
irritation persists.
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SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES (Cont.)
INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in
breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases, seek immediate medical assistance.
INGESTION: Seek medical assistance immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.
SECTION 5 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: Product is not flammable.
AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: None
EXPLOSION LIMITS: None
EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Use fire fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: No special fire fighting procedures. The material is non-flammable.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: No hazardous decomposition products.
SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing dust, vapors,
mist, or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Do not let product enter drains or allow to be released into the environment.
METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium
carbonate and swept up.
SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Provide
appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.
CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in a tightly sealed container in a dry and well-ventilated area. Hygroscopic. Store under
inert gas.
SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE PROTECTION: Always wear approved safety glasses with side shields, safety goggles, or face shield when handling a chemical
substance in the laboratory.
SKIN PROTECTION: Chemical resistant gloves.
VENTILATION: Handle in an efficient chemical fume hood.
RESPIRATOR: If in form of fine dust and ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a
Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 19-10.134.
SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
COLOR AND FORM: White powder
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 362.5
BOILING POINT: No data available
MELTING POINT: 2330°C
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 7.407 gm/ml
SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES (Cont.)
VAPOR PRESSURE: No data available
SOLUBILITY: Insoluble
SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: No hazardous polymerization
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: No data available
INCOMPATIBILITY: Active metals and strong acids
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: No hazardous decomposition products
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SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: No components of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a confirmed
carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, NTP, and OSHA.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available
TETRATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available
To the best of our knowledge the toxicological effects of this compound have not been fully investigated.
SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL DATA
No information available
SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in according to local, state, and federal regulations.
SECTION 14 TRANSPORTATION DATA
Non-hazardous material
SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory
SARA 313 COMPONENTS: This material does not contain any chemical components with know CAS numbers that exceed the
threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313.
SARA 302 COMPONENTS: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.
CALIFORNIA PROP. 65 COMPONENTS: This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.
SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION
DISCLAIMER: The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Prochem, Inc.
makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information in this document or any use of the
product based on the information.
DATE PREPARED: 04/14
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